Director of the Erikson Institute Technology in Early Childhood (TEC) Center, Alexis Lauricella, explains why parents should let go of their concerns about screen time and focus instead on the quality of children’s digital experiences.

Nature is your child’s best teacher, according to Ann Halley, director of the nature preschools at the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Ann shares some tips and suggestions for making the most of your time outdoors.

Families and schools are turning to video chats and online meetings for learning and social connection because of the COVID-19 crisis. Yet young children are often confused by these sophisticated technologies. We offer some suggestions for how parents can talk with their little ones to help them begin to understand what they are seeing and hearing.

Helping children safely navigate the Internet is just one part of developing media literacy. Teaching children to be tech-savvy consumers of media, from TV shows to viral videos, starts with preschoolers and continues through adulthood.

Special cuddle toys (also known as a “lovey,” a “stuffie,” or, in some circles, a “boopie”) play an important role in a child’s world. Early childhood expert Meredith Dodd explains how stuffed animals help children learn and grow.

At Britannica for Parents, we strive to publish articles, video, and images that represent all kinds of families. Here we share some of our initial conversations, challenges, and goals around diversity and inclusion.